Delwin D Fandrich wrote: > > > Did I say I thought this was the opinion of the Institute Committee? No? > Well, I didn't think so. Delwin Wrote on july 19th "And, for the most part I am only taking issue with the way all of the various volunteers--including, but not limited to, instructors and authors--are treated by PTG. It borders on contempt." Seems pretty clear to me. > But, they are all working under the authority of the board and the board > is -- supposedly -- working under the authority of the membership. That's > folks like you. And I'll let your attitude speak for itself. > > Del My attitude is reflected in my words and frankly I am very happy with it. I believe that the Conventions should be as inclusive as possible, and that those of us who have been lucky enough to learn something worth teaching others should do so without reserve. You said...and I quote so as to not be accussed of twisting anyones words. "We are going to give our instructors the honor of sharing their hard-earned knowledge with us so that we can better compete against them in the free and open marketplace."... and you go on to sharpen the point with "So, in addition to equipping the rest of us better compete against them, they are now expected to take even more time away from family and friends and work even harder to pay for the privilage. While we're all off enjoying the fruits of their knowledge and labor." I say again this is an attitude of protectionism. Given the state of affairs in the piano tech world I can hardly think there exists the slightest grounds for such fears. Just how many people have you trained/taught/whatever in your 30 some odd years directly compete with you today ? How much buisness have you lost as a result ? Actually the reverse is more likely the truth. Everyone gains when the general level of competancy is increased. Giving of what one knows "freely" is in reality one of the best investments in ones own future one can make. Not to mention the rich amount of knowledge one self gains in the process. THAT,,, is my attitude. Perhaps I misunderstood your posting Del... and if so then appologies are in order. But such talk of warm fuzzies, contempt, and lopsided thinking put in the context of your two paragraphs seemed clear enough. RicB
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